Memorial Foundation

Ways to Give

Memorial Foundation offers a broad range of gift opportunities for donors who wish to designate their gifts toward a special project or fund. When no preference exists, unrestricted gifts can be directed where they are needed most.

Assets

Cash and checks are a convenient way to give to Memorial Foundation and are recorded on the date received. Make an online donation now through our secure server.

Appreciated securities are excellent assets to donate to Memorial Foundation. Publicly traded securities will be counted at the value on the date donated. Closely held stock may be accepted with an appropriate appraisal or per-share, cash-purchase price of the most recent trade, with an understanding regarding the ultimate sale. Gifts of securities to the Charitable Gift Annuity program will be converted to cash as soon as practicable.

Personal or real property gifts to Memorial Foundation are subject to approval by the Board of Directors of Memorial Foundation. Gifts of personal property could include art or automobiles, while real property gifts could include homes and farms, such as those with estate plans for the donor and/or beneficiaries of the donor. The value of gifts accepted will be determined by current appraisal of fair market value and according to Internal Revenue Service guidelines.

Planned Gifts

Charitable planned gifts to Memorial Foundation can be made in the form of bequests, endowments, charitable remainder trusts, life insurance, IRAs and retirement plans, gift annuities and a variety of other options.
(Read more about Planned Gifts.)

Restricted and Unrestricted Gifts

Memorial Foundation offers a wide variety of opportunities to donors who wish to direct gifts to a particular project or fund. Unrestricted gifts are directed to areas where funds are most needed.

Memorials or Honorariums

Donors who wish to memorialize a name or honor a beloved friend or family member can do so through a gift to Memorial Foundation. Perfect for birthdays, special occasions or for that person who has everything, this is a gift that is sure to be remembered.

Sponsorships and Event Marketing

Throughout the year, Memorial Foundation’s special projects and events provide sponsorship opportunities for corporate and foundation donors. In addition to supporting a vital public service, sponsors receive valuable exposure through event marketing.
(Read more about Sponsorships and Event Marketing.)